salary$56,260 a year$27 an hour · median pay in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$38,620per year
Top pay (top 10%)$70,230per year
Jobs in the area420people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Grand Rapids?
Expensive. Rent of $1,751 a month takes 37.3% of the median firefighter salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a firefighter make in Grand Rapids, MI?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI area is $56,260 a year ($27 an hour). Most earn between $38,620 and $70,230.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Grand Rapids?
Typical rent of $1,751 a month takes 37.3% of the median firefighter salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI metro area.